How do I know if my puppy is a large breed?

A large breed is a dog that's more than 50 pounds in weight, and taller than 24 inches when fully grown. Giant breeds are adult dogs that weigh over 90 pounds. So, while your cute pup may look small (although the size of their paws can give their large breed away!) they should be on large breed puppy food if they are expected to reach or exceed 50 pounds as an adult.

How much food should I feed my giant breed puppy?

Your first step when feeding your pup a new dog food is to read the portion guidance on the pack as it will break the ideal quantities down per pound of weight. Their age will also need to be factored in as the amount will increase as they get older. How often you feed your large or giant breed puppy is also important as it's best to feed them little and often, rather than two large meals per day. Their daily food intake, split between 3 or 4 small meals will keep their energy levels sustained and their appetite satisfied.

Can large breed puppies eat “normal” puppy food?

Ideally your large breed puppy needs to be fed a dog food that's formulated for his size. While feeding him ‘normal’ puppy food is ok for the odd meal if you have run out of his usual large breed formula, it's not advised to feed it to him longer term. Always ensure his regular pup food caters to his energy and specific growth needs and has all the nutrients he needs for his skeletal, muscles, joints, immune system and all-round large breed good health.